The evolution of the wedding gift

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Dec 31, 2008 at 12:01 AMDec 31, 2008 at 5:28 PM

As couples marry later in life, their requests have matured

As couples marry later in life, their requests have matured

The gift of giving

For the couples who want to share what they receive, there is the charity registry option. The I Do Foundation is a nonprofit organization that links engaged couples with many charitable giving options. At www.idofoun-dation.org, a percentage of the purchases from the gift registry is donated to a selected charity.

The backyard oasis

Other couples opt for the “backyard oasis,” a gift category that is becoming more common for weddings, according to Sharon Naylor, author of “The Ultimate Wedding Registry Workbook.” This registry may include patio furniture, lawn ornaments, new grills, etc. Such items have become prevalent for Wal-Mart wedding gift registries, among other popular retailers.

Movies and books

Other alternative registry items include movies and books. In her book, Naylor said couples are “registering for boxed sets of the ‘Godfather’ series.” And for the couples who prefer reading over television, books also have found their way to the registry list, specifically at Target and other department stores.

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